Tamil Nadu has opened registration for its 2026 NEET UG counselling for MBBS and BDS admissions. The process began before the National Testing Agency (NTA) releases the NEET UG 2026 results. The NTA expects to announce results by the second week of July.
Students can apply online through the official Tamil Nadu Directorate of Medical Education (DME) website. The state has started the counselling registration to accommodate the timeline, even with the NEET UG result delay.
The registration is for admissions to the 2026-27 academic year. Candidates seeking admission to medical and dental courses must meet specific eligibility requirements.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have passed their Class 12 examinations from a recognized board. They must also have qualified in the NEET UG exam. Candidates need to be at least 17 years old to be eligible.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should follow these steps to register:
- Visit the official Tamil Nadu DME website.
- Locate and click on the NEET UG 2026 counselling registration link.
- Select the desired course: MBBS or BDS.
- Choose the relevant quota.
- Register as a new user.
- Log in using the generated credentials.
- Complete the online application form accurately.
- Upload all required documents.
- Pay the registration fee.
- Review all entered details before submission.
- Download and save a copy of the application for future reference.
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare the following documents for the application process:
- NEET UG exam admit card
- NEET UG score card
- Class 10 mark sheet
- Class 11 mark sheet
- Class 12 mark sheet
- Transfer certificate
- Proof of study for Classes 6 to 12
- Nativity certificate (if Class 6-12 was studied outside Tamil Nadu)
- Supporting documents for candidates who studied in Tamil Nadu
Further details on the counselling schedule and seat matrix will be released following the NEET UG 2026 result announcement.
